Heritage Auctions

Auction 3073  –  25 - 27 April 2019

Heritage Auctions, Auction 3073

Ancient and World Coins

Part 1: Th, 25.04.2019, from 8:00 PM CEST
Part 2: Fr, 26.04.2019, from 1:00 AM CEST
Part 3: Fr, 26.04.2019, from 8:00 PM CEST
Part 4: Sa, 27.04.2019, from 1:00 AM CEST
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Description

Alexander II gold Prize Medal ND (c. 1857) AU, Diakov-670.8var (R3). 38mm. 44.89gm. Given as a prize for Female Gymnasiums. No signature, or initials, on the obverse or the reverse. Obv. Bust of Maria Alexandrovna right. Rev. Minerva, standing, holding oil lamp and laurel wreath, owl, globe, scrolls, and helmet at her feet. Bold relief, with noticeable rim bumps on both sides. A number of small field marks are noted and the surfaces display considerable remaining luster. Very rare in gold.

HID09801242017

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Price realized 2'700 USD
Starting price 2'500 USD
Estimate 5'000 USD
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